Serving 923 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Goose Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goose Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Goose Creek Elementary School's student population of 923 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
923 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Goose Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goose Creek Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1044 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
43%
15%
Black
29%
31%
White
16%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goose Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Goose Creek Elementary School is ranked #1044 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Goose Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Goose Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marrington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Goose Creek Elementary School?
923 students attend Goose Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Goose Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goose Creek Elementary School?
Goose Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Goose Creek Elementary School offer ?
Goose Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Goose Creek Elementary School part of?
Goose Creek Elementary School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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